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Trial Reveals Evidence Gaming Broadcast Was Pre-Recorded, Not Live

A forensic analyst told Belfast Crown Court that Stephen McCullagh pre-recorded a gaming broadcast to fake a live stream, aiming to create an alibi for the murder of his pregnant partner Natalie McNally.

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Aberdeenshire Council Tax Set to Increase by 10% for 2026/27

Aberdeenshire council tax will rise by 10% in 2026/27, adding £153 annually for Band D properties amid £9m savings. Other regions also approve increases, while Scottish government funding grows by 2%.

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Woman Seriously Injured After Quad Bike Collision in Dumfries and Galloway

A 65-year-old woman was seriously injured after being hit by a red Honda TRV quad bike near Kirkbean Village Hall. The rider was uninjured. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses or dashcam footage.

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Google The village, on the left of the picture, is a white-walled single-storey building on a country road. There is a modern, white-walled house further down the single track road. It is a bright, sunny day.

Community in Shock After Fatal Crash Claims Two Young Friends in Donegal

Two 18-year-old friends died in a crash in Donegal, leaving the Londonderry community shocked. A third teen is seriously injured. Support groups and locals express grief and call for witnesses.

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Nine Scottish Councils Plan Council Tax Hikes Above Inflation Rate

Nearly one third of Scottish councils plan council tax hikes well above inflation, with some increases reaching 10%, to address significant budget shortfalls and fund local services.

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Met Police Apologise to Lord Speaker Over Mandelson Arrest Tip-Off Error

The Metropolitan Police apologised to the Lord Speaker after mistakenly naming him as the source of information on Lord Mandelson's arrest amid allegations involving Jeffrey Epstein.

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Landlord Ordered to Remove Large Fly-Tipped Rubbish Pile in Cardiff

A landlord in Cardiff has been ordered to remove large amounts of fly-tipped rubbish, including furniture, from a boarded-up property. Cardiff Council has issued a notice and may take legal action if the waste is not cleared. Fly-tipping incidents in Wales have reached a 17-year high.

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Local Democracy Reporting Service A bed frame and mattress, a sofa and multiple bin bags are piled up in the garden of a house. A green wheelie bin is also placed on the pavement outside the house. The window and front door of the property are boarded up.

How Lorraine Thorpe Became the UK’s Youngest Female Double Murderer

Lorraine Thorpe, once a schoolgirl, became the UK's youngest female double murderer after torturing Rosalyn Hunt and killing her father. Despite serving a minimum 14 years, she remains in prison, recently approved for transfer to an open prison.

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Budget Challenges Intensify Ahead of Scottish Parliament Election

With less than 90 days to the Holyrood election, parties face intense pressure to produce financially credible manifestos amid budget constraints, rising costs, and calls from watchdogs for transparency and reform.

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Nearly One Million Young People Are Not in Work or Education in UK

The number of UK youth aged 16-24 not in education, employment, or training nears one million, with 957,000 affected amid a weak job market and government work placement initiatives.

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Church in Wales Covered Up Abuse Allegations Against Bishop for Decades

A report reveals the Church in Wales concealed abuse allegations against Anthony Pierce for decades, allowing him to become bishop. The alleged victim's mother speaks out on the Church's failures and calls for accountability.

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South Wales Police A mugshot of Anthony Pierce who has white hair and is wearing a striped blue shirt and blue sweatshirt and is looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression

Scottish Government Considers Fixed Links Connecting Mull and Mainland

The Scottish government proposes consultations on fixed links connecting the Isle of Mull, Barra, and the Uists to the mainland, following a 2022 Transport Scotland review highlighting potential benefits and challenges.

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Getty Images The waterfront at Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. Various fishing boats are in the water, while a row of brightly coloured homes are visible on the front.